Description
A delightful cake that combines the nutty flavors of almonds with the sweetness of honey, creating a light and fluffy texture perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup semolina flour
- 1 cup ground almonds
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
- Whisk together the semolina flour, ground almonds, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- Cream the softened butter with honey until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is incorporated fully.
- Fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture carefully to avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Serve warm or at room temperature, dusted with powdered sugar and drizzled with honey.
Notes
For best results, ensure ingredients are at room temperature and avoid overmixing to keep the cake light and fluffy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Almond Cake, Honey Cake, Semolina Cake, Mediterranean Dessert, Family Recipe